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Fun Floss Facts
You may think the most critical thing about flossing your teeth is to do it every day, and at Designer Smiles in Fargo we completely agree. But as in most things, there is usually room for improvement, and trying out different types of floss may help you do a better...
Let’s Make A Plan
If you're like most of us, you'd like to have the best smile possible. Have you given much thought to improving yours? At Designer Smiles in Fargo we have some thoughts on that. Cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference, but a great smile comes down to making a...
Don’t Put Off Your Dental Exam
No matter your age, the team at Designer Smiles in Fargo encourages you to have regular cleanings and checkups. Along with daily brushing and flossing, it's the best way to stay on top of your dental health. Knowledge is Power Sometimes people put off their next...
Sleep Apnea Is A Serious Health Threat
At Designer Smiles in Fargo, we often see patients who say they have been struggling with inadequate sleep for months or even years. Some of these people end up being diagnosed with sleep apnea or related conditions. You Can't Just "Tough It Out" The reluctance to...
Preventing Gum Disease At Designer Smiles
This message from Designer Smiles in Fargo is about gum disease, and how you can prevent it. Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar, which is hardened plaque. Even if you brush and floss regularly,...
Help For Toothaches (And Everything Else!)
Ever get a toothache? Of course you have; who hasn't? At Designer Smiles in Fargo, we stress the importance of good dental care to all our patients. But if something can go wrong, it will. And that includes getting a toothache. What Causes a Toothache? The most common...
Help! My Crown Came Off!
You are chewing an apple and hear an odd sound, then something in your mouth feels wrong. One of your crowns has come loose. Chances are, the crown (which cost you hundreds of dollars) can be re-cemented at Designer Smiles in Fargo. What do you do when your dental...
3 Smart Smile Solutions
In this message from Designer Smiles in Fargo, we focus on three innovative procedures used in cosmetic dentistry smile makeovers. 1. Dental Implants Dental implants are changing the face of dentistry. For most patients, a dental implant is the best solution for a...
Teeth Whitening: Do It Right
As the years go by, our teeth naturally lose their luster. Dark colored foods and drinks speed up the process, but even people who avoid them cola are not immune to yellow or gray teeth. Want to brighten up your smile? Teeth whitening at Designer Smiles in Fargo is...
The Designer Smiles Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have gum disease can be upsetting, and can even take you off-guard. That's because its progression is slow, and it's usually painless. Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, so at Designer Smiles in Fargo it's something we take very seriously....